Toronto Police have confirmed that three adults were pronounced dead following a shooting incident in the Don Mills and York Mills area. The incident led to the lockdown of a nearby school and daycare, causing a wave of panic among parents and the community.
The shooting occurred around 3:30 PM in the lobby of an office space connected to the school. The identities of the deceased have not yet been released, and the police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the event. No children were harmed, as confirmed by the authorities.
The police response involved officers armed with long guns and the deployment of a canine unit to thoroughly search and clear the school premises. The heavy police presence and the clearance of the lockdown suggested that there was no ongoing threat to public safety. Officials suspects that one of the deceased individuals might have been responsible for the shooting, thus nullifying any further risk.
The immediate priority for police and emergency services was the safety and reunification of students with their families. Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) buses were brought in to assist with this process, serving as temporary shelters for children while they waited to be picked up by their parents.
The community remains on edge as the investigation continues. The police have not disclosed further details about the motive or the identities of the victims and potential suspects. However, the assurance from authorities that there is no ongoing threat has provided some relief to the residents in the area.
As of now, the investigation is in its early stages. The Toronto Police are expected to release more information as it becomes available. The authorities have urged anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation.
The tragic event has left the Don Mills and York Mills community in mourning. While the immediate threat appears to have been neutralized, the incident has underscored the importance of emergency preparedness and response in ensuring the safety of children and the broader community.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and more details are confirmed by the Toronto Police.